2017 Skoda Superb 1.6L Diesel · BP17 LSY

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following the May 6, 2026 MOT at 53,053 miles, which passed despite noted front and rear brake pad wear and light oil misting on the near‑side rear shock absorber. The preceding April 17, 2026 test at 52,810 miles failed due to a non‑functioning horn, SRS warning lamp, and the same brake wear and oil misting, indicating that the issues identified in the April failure were corrected before the subsequent pass. The maintenance trend therefore shows a recent corrective action rather than a stable or deteriorating condition, suggesting the previous owner addressed the highlighted faults before the latest test. The mileage progression reflects relatively low annual usage for a nine‑year‑old vehicle, averaging about 5,900 miles per year. After the September 2022 test at 36,800 miles, the car accumulated roughly 6,200 miles by January 2024, then an additional 5,100 miles by March 2025, and 4,600 miles by April 2026, showing a modest but steady increase in usage in the most recent year while remaining well below typical high‑mileage thresholds for this age. A buyer should focus on the recurring brake wear and shock absorber oil misting, verifying the condition of the front and rear brake pads, discs, and calipers, as well as the integrity of the suspension bushes and coil springs. Particular attention should be given to the horn and supplementary restraint system, which failed in April, and to any signs of structural rust or corrosion that could affect long‑term durability, especially given the light oil misting indicating possible shock absorber seal wear.